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Principal Financial Group is a global financial services company passionate about improving the wealth and well-being of people and businesses. With 146 years of experience, we’re currently helping over 75 million customers around the world plan, insure, invest, and retire.
In Pune, Hyderabad, and Manila, our teams work collaboratively across time zones to ensure seamless, round-the-clock support for mission-critical business functions worldwide.
Our culture is powered by people. Guided by strong values and an inclusive global leadership team, we foster a workplace where ideas are encouraged, collaboration is natural, and you can make a difference.
Our presence in India
4,000+
professionals across Pune and Hyderabad
20+
years of delivering transformative solutions
100+
enterprise functions supported
As a valued strategic partner to the enterprise, our teams offer solutions across retirement, benefits, and investments.
Our purpose
Principal exists to drive greater access to the financial tools, solutions, and advice people need to feel more financially secure. We believe everyone deserves to pursue their dreams and make progress toward their goals.
Our core values
Start with the customer.
We solve for the customer—everyday with every decision.
Do what’s right.
Integrity is nonnegotiable. It guides everything we do.
Own what’s next.
We continuously learn and advance ourselves in pursuit of tomorrow.
Invest for our future.
We make smart decisions with our resources to ensure our customers’ future success and ours.
Work culture
We believe in creating an environment where people thrive and ideas flourish. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared purpose.
Hybrid working model for flexibility and balance
Open, transparent communication
Supportive teams and people-centric leadership
Strong focus on values and growth
High engagement through meaningful initiatives
Learning and development
We empower our people to grow through continuous learning and career development:
- Comprehensive new-hire orientation for a smooth start and seamless integration.
- Campus-to-corporate transition programs to bridge academic learning with workplace readiness.
- Access to leading learning platforms such as LinkedIn Learning, Pluralsight, and LearnQuest.
- Soft skills and leadership development initiatives to prepare for future roles.
- Interactive computer-based training (CBT) modules for ongoing skill enhancement.
- Global mentoring programs to foster purposeful and meaningful connections that support your professional growth.
Life at Principal
The annual party
The wellness run
Employee benefits and wellness
Health and well-being
- Medical insurance with customizable options to suit your preferences.
- 24/7 on-site medical facility offering primary and urgent care services for employees.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available for employees and eligible dependents.
- OPD policy covers everyday medical expenses, with Principal sponsoring a portion of the base cover premium.
- Wellness programs include on-site health checks, doctor consultations, nutrition counseling, and emotional well-being support.
- On-site gym at the Pune office, equipped with fitness equipment and professional coaches to help employees achieve their fitness goals.
Protection and security
- Comprehensive coverage through life insurance, critical illness, and personal accident and disability plans.
- Business travel accident coverage with emergency services while traveling for work.
- Workers' compensation for work-related injuries and fatalities as per statutory requirements.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers shares at a discounted price.
Flexibility and family care
- 18 days of annual leave, eight days of casual leave, and ten days of national and festival holidays under the Time Away Program.
- Childcare facilities available for children from four months to 12 years, ensuring care and security while employees are at work.
- Voluntary benefits for added family protection, including personal accident coverage for your spouse and sibling cover under the family floater plan.
Hear from our team
“Strong relationships are the foundation of our teams. We’re talented and empathetic, and that drives results, and our success.”
Sunil V. Director, engineering
“Principal fosters innovation and continuous improvement, empowering teams to explore new ideas, and make a measurable customer-centric impact.”
Almas K. Associate director, engineering
“Principal supports my career growth. I've been able to add practical skills and contributed to work that makes a real impact. Contributions are valued and development is encouraged.”
Ananya U. Senior process specialist
“The values-driven Principal culture inspires me. People are encouraged to put others first and build meaningful partnerships.”
Shanoj J. Senior manager, enterprise worksite
“Strong relationships are the foundation of our teams. We’re talented and empathetic, and that drives results, and our success.”
Sunil V. Director, engineering
“Principal fosters innovation and continuous improvement, empowering teams to explore new ideas, and make a measurable customer-centric impact.”
Almas K. Associate director, engineering
“Principal supports my career growth. I've been able to add practical skills and contributed to work that makes a real impact. Contributions are valued and development is encouraged.”
Ananya U. Senior process specialist
“The values-driven Principal culture inspires me. People are encouraged to put others first and build meaningful partnerships.”
Shanoj J. Senior manager, enterprise worksite
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